# What You'll Need:
→ Noodles
01 - 4 packs instant ramen noodles (3 oz each; seasoning packets discarded)
→ Meat Sauce
02 - 1 lb ground pork (or substitute ground chicken or beef)
03 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
04 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
07 - 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
08 - 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
09 - 1 can crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
13 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Cheese Layer
14 - 8 oz ricotta cheese
15 - 1 large egg
16 - 3.5 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded (divided)
17 - 1.75 oz parmesan cheese, grated (divided)
18 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)
# Method:
01 - Set the oven to 350°F (180°C) and allow to preheat completely.
02 - Boil ramen noodles for 2 minutes less than package instruction; drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and grated ginger until translucent and aromatic, about 3 minutes.
04 - Add ground pork to the skillet. Cook, breaking up the meat, until evenly browned.
05 - Incorporate gochujang, red pepper flakes, crushed tomatoes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened slightly.
06 - In a mixing bowl, blend together ricotta, egg, half the mozzarella, and half the parmesan until smooth.
07 - Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
08 - Arrange one pack of cooked ramen noodles to cover the meat sauce evenly.
09 - Spread one third of the ricotta mixture over noodles. Top with one third of the meat sauce.
10 - Repeat layering noodles, cheese mixture, and meat sauce twice more, ending with meat sauce on top.
11 - Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan over the assembled dish.
12 - Cover baking dish tightly with foil. Bake for 20 minutes.
13 - Remove foil and continue baking for 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and lightly golden.
14 - Let stand for 10 minutes prior to slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
